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·May 9, 2026·8 min read

Beyond the Gym: Why Your Brain Craves Creatine

By accelerating ATP regeneration, creatine supplementation offers significant potential for enhancing cognitive processing and supporting neurological health in aging populations.

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·April 19, 2026·8 min read

Daily “Mental Sharpness” Dictates Productivity

A 12-week study from the University of Toronto finds that daily fluctuations in mental sharpness account for an 80-minute difference in productivity between your best and worst days.

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·February 16, 2026·13 min read

Moderate Cannabis Use May Protect the Aging Brain

A massive study of over 26,000 middle aged and older adults reveals that those who use cannabis in moderation have larger brain volumes and sharper cognitive skills than non-users.

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·February 23, 2025·5 min read

Low-Normal B12 Levels Linked to Slower Brain Processing

Even when within the normal range, lower levels of vitamin B12 may contribute to cognitive decline, according to a new study. Researchers found that older adults with lower biologically active B12 had slower cognitive processing and more white matter lesions, despite meeting current nutritional requirements.

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·February 8, 2023·4 min read

We Still Don’t Know Which Factors Most Affect Cognitive Decline as We Age

Findings of a new study suggest more research needs to be done to identify the major factors contributing to the rate of cognitive decline associated with aging.

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·January 7, 2023·8 min read

How Old Is Your Brain, Really?

Deep learning technology can accurately reflect a person's risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease based on brain age.

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·January 3, 2023·5 min read

A Brain Game May Predict Your Risk of Infection

Findings reveal how a person's cognitive performance prior to viral exposure can predict the severity of symptoms once the virus develops.

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·December 13, 2022·6 min read

Exercise and Mindfulness Don’t Appear to Boost Cognitive Function in Older Adults

While exercise and mindfulness help older adults stay physically fit and mentally well, they may not have such a strong beneficial impact on cognition as previously believed.

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·December 7, 2022·2 min read

Does Persistent Pain Impact Older Adults’ Physical Function, Cognition, and Well-Being?

Persistent pain, which is common in those over the age of 65, was linked to meaningful declines in physical function and well-being.

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·November 4, 2022·4 min read

Novel Deep Learning Method May Help Predict Cognitive Function

A novel deep learning method that uses graph convolutional neural networks (gCNNs) can predict cognitive function based on the brain's size and structure. The algorithm may provide insights into the relationship between brain morphology and different cognitive functions, as well as declines in cognitive function.

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·October 24, 2022·4 min read

Oxytocin Derivative Improves Cognitive Impairment in Alzheimer’s

An intranasally delivered oxytocin derivative helped improve cognitive function and reduced cognitive impairment in mouse models of Alzheimer's disease.